The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror
The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1971
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BetaThe Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1971255
Short Story • Fiction
Innsmouth, Massachusetts • 1920s
1971
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror is a collection of tales by H.P. Lovecraft. The stories, including "The Shadow Over Innsmouth," "The Dreams in the Witch House," and "The Shunned House," capture experiences of individuals encountering cosmic horror, mysterious towns, and supernatural phenomena, highlighting themes of madness, isolation, and fear of the unknown.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Melancholic
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Review Roundup
The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror by H.P. Lovecraft is praised for its atmospheric tension and innovative cosmic horror. Fans appreciate Lovecraft’s distinct prose and imaginative worlds. Criticisms include dense language and racial undertones. The stories remain a staple for horror enthusiasts seeking a uniquely chilling experience.
Who Should Read The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror?
A fan of macabre, atmospheric horror and cosmic dread would relish The Shadow Over Innsmouth and Other Stories of Horror. Similar in appeal to readers of Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House or Algernon Blackwood's The Willows, it suits those captivated by unsettling, otherworldly tales.
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Short Story • Fiction
Innsmouth, Massachusetts • 1920s
1971
Adult
18+ years
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